Cricket
Australia Crush Sri Lanka in Record-Breaking Test Win at Galle
GALLE – The Sri Lankan cricket team faced one of its most crushing defeats in Test history as Australia secured victory by an innings and 242 runs at the Galle International Stadium. This defeat marks Sri Lanka’s worst-ever loss in Test cricket, surpassing the innings and 239-run defeat against India in Nagpur (2017).
Dominant Australian Batting Performance
Australia set an imposing total of 654/6 declared in their first innings, thanks to a masterful double century from Usman Khawaja (232 off 352 balls) and a classy 141 from Steven Smith (251 balls). The Sri Lankan bowling attack, led by Prabath Jayasuriya (3/193) and Jeffrey Vandersay (3/182), struggled to contain the Australian batsmen, who dominated for 154 overs.
Sri Lanka’s Batting Collapse
Sri Lanka’s response was far from convincing as they were bundled out for just 165 in their first innings. Dinesh Chandimal showed some resistance with a gritty 72 off 139 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup faltered against Australia’s disciplined bowling attack. Left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann was the standout performer, picking up 5/63 in 18.2 overs, while veteran spinner Nathan Lyon claimed 3/57.
Follow-on Fails to Save Sri Lanka
Forced to follow on, Sri Lanka managed 247 in their second innings, with Jeffrey Vandersay top-scoring with a counterattacking 53 off 47 balls. Angelo Mathews contributed 41, but their efforts were not enough to avoid a humiliating defeat. Nathan Lyon (4/78) and Matthew Kuhnemann (4/86) once again led the charge, dismantling the Sri Lankan batting order with precision.
Record-Breaking Defeat for Sri Lanka
With this victory, Australia registered their biggest-ever Test win against Sri Lanka, surpassing their innings and 201-run triumph in Melbourne (2012). This defeat also ranks as one of Sri Lanka’s worst losses in history:
- By innings & 242 runs – vs Australia, Galle, 2025
- By innings & 239 runs – vs India, Nagpur, 2017
- By innings & 229 runs – vs South Africa, Cape Town, 2001
Cricket
Sri Lanka to Begin Caribbean Tour with ODI Series in June 2026
The Sri Lanka national cricket team is set to embark on a full tour of the West Indies cricket team in June and July 2026, featuring a complete schedule across all three formats of the game.
The tour will open with a three-match One Day International (ODI) series at the renowned Sabina Park. The first ODI is scheduled for June 3, followed by the second on June 6 and the final match on June 8. These opening fixtures are expected to set the tone for the remainder of the tour.
Attention will then shift to the shorter format, with three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) also taking place at Sabina Park. The matches are set for June 11, June 13, and June 14, offering fans a fast-paced contest between the two sides.
Sri Lanka will then travel to Antigua for a four-day warm-up game from June 18 to 21 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. This match will serve as preparation for the longer format of the game.
The two-match Test series will be held at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The first Test is scheduled from June 25 to 29, while the second Test will take place from July 3 to 7.
Schedule
- June 3 – First ODI at Sabina Park
- June 6 – Second ODI at Sabina Park
- June 8 – Third ODI at Sabina Park
- June 11 – First T20I at Sabina Park
- June 13 – Second T20I at Sabina Park
- June 14 – Third T20I at Sabina Park
- June 18–21 – Four-day warm-up match at Coolidge Cricket Ground
- June 25–29 – First Test at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
- July 3–7 – Second Test at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
Cricket
Sri Lanka U-19 Players Face Charges Over Alleged Hotel Recording Incident
Two players from Sri Lanka’s Under-19 cricket squad have been taken into custody allegations that they covertly recorded individuals inside a hotel in the Narahenpita area, according to police.
The arrests came after multiple complaints were lodged by female medical professionals attending a conference at the hotel. The complainants reported that they had been secretly filmed while bathing in their rooms, allegedly using mobile phones.
Authorities revealed that preliminary investigations suggest the suspects may also have captured footage involving male guests at the same premises. Police are continuing inquiries to determine whether any of the recordings were distributed through online platforms.
The suspects were presented before the Aluthkade Magistrate’s Court and subsequently released on personal bail set at Rs. 500,000 each. Further investigations are ongoing.
Cricket
SunRisers Hyderabad Sri Lankan Trio Returns Home from IPL
Three Sri Lankan players representing Sunrisers Hyderabad — Kamindu Mendis, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga — have left the Indian Premier League as the tournament approaches its final stages.
The trio returned to Sri Lanka on Thursday morning to complete visa formalities ahead of the national team’s upcoming tour of the West Indies in June, which will feature matches across all formats. According to reports, their brief return is solely to complete biometric requirements for the visa process.
Despite their absence, the players are expected to rejoin the squad in India shortly after completing the necessary procedures. With sufficient time before their next fixture, all three are likely to be available for selection.
Sunrisers Hyderabad are scheduled to play their next match on May 3 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium against Kolkata Knight Riders.
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